Hanging in the crib

Hanging in the crib, originally uploaded by shimomatic.

These kids like each other most of the time. that should last at least for another few weeks, right?

Going for a hike

Going for a hike, originally uploaded by shimomatic.

This is just a beautiful photograph

Tall ships festival

Tall ships festival, originally uploaded by shimomatic.

There comes a time when a man has to be a bad ass. Even if he has a baby on his chest.

afternoon at Fenway

afternoon at Fenway, originally uploaded by shimomatic.

Take me out to the ball game. This was both of the kids very first time at Fenway park. We bought them some peanuts and cracker jacks.

smile for the camera

smile for the camera, originally uploaded by shimomatic.

Here's a classic Elliot photo op.

Breakfast time

Breakfast time, originally uploaded by shimomatic.

That's just pretty cute. Adeline wants more food. As usual.

Halloween 2009

Halloween 2009, originally uploaded by shimomatic.

Here's a family Halloween portrait

Halloween 2009

Halloween 2009, originally uploaded by shimomatic.

Elliot the purple unicorn!

Halloween 2009

Halloween 2009, originally uploaded by shimomatic.

Halloween in the garden. The fairy and the sleepy guy.

Halloween 2009

Halloween 2009, originally uploaded by shimomatic.

Adeline was a fairy for Halloween. As if you couldn't tell. Justeen, well, she was just Justeen.

Jumping in the Leaves

Jumping in the Leaves, originally uploaded by shimomatic.

Fall was a big deal around here. Elliot and Henry jump in the huge leaf pile in the community garden.

Is she looking?

Trip to New York, May 25, 2009, originally uploaded by shimomatic.

Adeline just doesn't understand the gravity of the situation. She's always shoe gazing.

happy baby

Trip to New York, May 25, 2009, originally uploaded by shimomatic.

We made it the statue of liberty and everyone is still happy. the statue looked amazing and the weather was great.

lounging on the grass

Trip to New York, May 25, 2009, originally uploaded by shimomatic.

Addie always seems to find time for a little R&R.

Mister Softee

Trip to New York, May 25, 2009, originally uploaded by shimomatic.

All over the city, we are enticed by soft ice cream with sprinkles.

On the Empire State Building

Trip to New York, May 25, 2009, originally uploaded by shimomatic.

After waiting for 2 hours, we finally got to the top. While the views were spectacular, cranky kids and an even crankier father, were a recipe for a very short atop the 86th floor viewing deck.

Anniversary at Fenway

Anniversary at Fenway, originally uploaded by shimomatic.

Justeen and I got to Fenway Park for a date. Of course, the Red Sox played some of the worst baseball in history. They lost 14-4. But, at least we got to drink beer away from children.

upside down smile

Springtime with Addie, originally uploaded by shimomatic.

Elliot is practicing absurdity.

Nicki and Dennis Visit

Nicki and Dennis Visit, originally uploaded by shimomatic.

Addie's making friends with her aunt Nicki.

Heading to the Beach

Heading to the Beach, originally uploaded by shimomatic.

The first warm day in April, we headed to the beach.

Springtime with Addie

Springtime with Addie, originally uploaded by shimomatic.

well, that's just cute.

Springtime with Addie

Springtime with Addie, originally uploaded by shimomatic.

These two get along famously most of the time. While there can be some hitting and poking, for the most part, it's fun and games.

Springtime with Addie

Springtime with Addie, originally uploaded by shimomatic.

Addie is doing a lot of smiling these days. Here she is on a typical morning.

Adeline and Elliot

Adeline and Elliot, originally uploaded by shimomatic.

Adeline and Elliot hanging out on the couch. Peace, love, and understanding.

Funny Adeline

Funny Adeline, originally uploaded by shimomatic.

Adeline shows her funny side in this lovely pic.

PJ competition

adeline's first month, originally uploaded by shimomatic.

Who has the brightest, most impressive PJs. Neither will give up easily.

his only true love

adeline's first month, originally uploaded by shimomatic.

Even with adeline in the picture, Elliot can't get enough of his pal Eva.

sweet pjs

adeline's first month, originally uploaded by shimomatic.

Now doesn't everyone wish they could sleep in a sack like this?

adeline and elliot

adeline's first month, originally uploaded by shimomatic.

Elliot just can't get enough of that sweet adeline.

Elliot trying on my hat

Elliot trying on my hat, originally uploaded by shimomatic.

This pic is just too darn cute. elliot has taken to wearing my hats these days. you can't fault the kid for having good taste.

Rainy Day

photo.jpg, originally uploaded by shimomatic.

Elliot tries out his new dinosaur rain jacket. Puddles - watch out!